Ryokans in Yokkaichi

The hosts are so lovely! We loved hanging at their cafe and going out for walks in the quiet countryside

A nicely secluded onsen far in the mountains. If you aren't apprehensive on going full nude into a bath, there are plenty of times its practically empty or you could rent a private bath for 45 mins. I think its like a full ryokan experience at a much better price. Got a nice room with the paper doors and staff came by to set up the futons while we were at dinner. I was able to request a shuttle from the station and was greeted by staff at the entrance. The dinner and breakfast was an art presentation, small proportions but somehow filling. Its worth trying at least once if you're open to many dishes such as a taste of Fugu. Now I didn't use the public indoor bath, my experience is mainly for the outdoor. at 0700, it was windy but no one was there, the water got hot fast so you won't freeze prior to going into the Onsen. Some older fellows came in later and even with a language barrier we had a friendly and fairly long chat. I can't say i ever liked a jaccuzi back in the US but I'd do an onsen again. It was so nice i went back an hour after the first for another dip. The view over Nagoya is best at the outdoor public bath. Ryusei (private indoor) has the mood at night, not sure about the day.

It is a beautiful property with beautiful views